John Allen Rohde, 92, Passes Away

Longtime Kentucky resident and U.S. Army veteran dies at nursing home

Mar. 23, 2026 at 12:55am

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John Allen Rohde, a 92-year-old resident of Benton, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Lake Way Nursing & Rehabilitation in Benton. Rohde was born in Houston, Texas, in 1933 and served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper from 1953 to 1956 in the 11th Airborne Division at Fort Campbell. He worked in management for Cooper Cameron Valves before retiring and was a member of the Symsonia Masonic Lodge.

Why it matters

Rohde's passing marks the loss of a longtime Kentucky resident and U.S. military veteran, highlighting the importance of honoring those who have served their country and the challenges facing aging populations in rural communities.

The details

Rohde is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty Irvan Rohde, as well as his son, daughter, one grandchild, and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Marvin Rohde, and his parents. Visitation and military rites will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Collier Funeral Home, and Rohde will be entombed at Rosewood Memorial Park in Humble, Texas, at a later date.

  • Rohde passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
  • Visitation and military rites will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
  • Rohde will be entombed at Rosewood Memorial Park in Humble, Texas, at a later date.

The players

John Allen Rohde

A 92-year-old resident of Benton, Kentucky, who served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper from 1953 to 1956 and worked in management for Cooper Cameron Valves before retiring.

Betty Irvan Rohde

Rohde's wife of 54 years.

John Allen Rohde, Jr.

Rohde's son, who lives in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Julie Severance

Rohde's daughter, who lives in Savannah, Georgia.

Marvin Rohde

Rohde's brother, who passed away before him.

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The takeaway

Rohde's life and service to his country serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have defended our freedoms, and the importance of honoring their legacies and supporting aging veterans and their families in rural communities.